Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003)

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Mobile Innovations for Agricultural Information Dissemination in Senegal: A Technological Perspective

Mamadou Diallo, Department of Cybersecurity, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Dakar Seyni Ba, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Dakar
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18774464
Published: March 15, 2003

Abstract

Agricultural productivity in Senegal is influenced by information dissemination regarding best farming practices, weather forecasts, and market conditions. Mobile app development was guided by user-centred design principles. A mixed-method evaluation included surveys (N=200) and focus group discussions with stakeholders. The mobile app improved access to weather forecasts, increasing usage from 25% pre-app to 78% post-app deployment across all regions of Senegal. Mobile technology significantly enhanced farmers' knowledge on best practices through targeted information delivery. Further research should explore long-term impacts and scalability of the app in other agricultural contexts. Agricultural Information Dissemination, Mobile Technology, User-Centred Design, Weather Forecasting

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Mamadou Diallo, Seyni Ba (2003). Mobile Innovations for Agricultural Information Dissemination in Senegal: A Technological Perspective. African Informatics Studies (LIS Focus), Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18774464

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African DevelopmentMobile ApplicationsInformation SystemsGeographic Information SystemsParticipatory MethodsRural CommunicationPrecision Agriculture

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